Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued December 3 at 9:49PM EST until December 5 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 3, 2024 - 6:49pm
Expires:
December 4, 2024 - 3:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and
13 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph from the southwest,
very late tonight into Wednesday. Blowing and drifting snow will
be likely.
* WHERE...Beaver Island and surrounding islands, and Charlevoix and
Leelanau Counties.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. The strong winds and weight of
snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic
power outages. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing
snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening
commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
Area Description:
Leelanau; Beaver Island and surrounding islands; Charlevoix
Forcast Office:
NWS Gaylord MI